I
have a disability and want accommodations for placement testing and classes.
Students
with disabilities or chronic health problems are encouraged to identify themselves
to a Disability Services [DS] Counselor as early as possible. DS Counselors
are on all campuses. Students should plan to see a DS Counselor at least 45
days before classes begin. Students with documented disabilities may qualify
for an alternate placement testing format and/or academic accommodations such
as more time on tests, sign language interpreting or Braille.
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I have a physical disability
and do not need any accommodations. Do I have to see a DS Counselor?
Students with physical access concerns are strongly encouraged to meet
with the DS Counselor to learn about specific campus access, parking, wheelchairs
availability, and evacuation plans. Back to Top
Will my disability keep me
from being admitted to TCC?
No. Complete your application for admission and submit it to the College
as soon as you decide to attend. Back to Top
I don't want anyone to know
that I have a disability or need accommodations.
Disabilities Services maintains confidential contacts and records. Disability
is never indicated on college student records. With the support of a DS Counselor
students receiving accommodations are typically responsible to interact with
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What do I have to do to receive
accommodations?
You must submit documentation of a disability and it must meet TCC guidelines.
Your DS Counselor will be glad to explain the guidelines or help you obtain
needed documents.
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I am graduating from high
school this year and will need accommodations. What do I do?
Be sure that any testing related to your disability has been revised to meet
TCC guidelines. Learning disability documentation must be no older than three
years unless the testing was done after your 18th birthday.Back
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I am transferring from another
college and I have accommodations. Can I get accommodations at TCC?
Yes, provided your documentation meets TCC guidelines. Back
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Do I get free classes or other
financial assistance if I have a disability?
Students with disabilities follow the same procedures as all TCC students.
Resources may be available to some students with disabilities through the
Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services or the Virginia Department
for the Blind and Vision Impaired. Your DS Counselor may also suggest scholarship
or work-study. information. Back to Top
I receive services from Veterans
Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation. Am I still eligible for accommodations?
Absolutely, make an appointment with your campus DS Counselor to discuss
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I just need tutoring.
Each campus provides a tutoring center with free tutoring for TCC students.
Writing centers, math labs, and language labs are available at most campuses.
Academic advising and Career & Transfer Centers can be found at all campuses.
The Grammar Hotline is 822-7170.Back to Top
I need special technology
that magnifies the computer. How do I get this?
TCC has a wide range of assistive technologies on all campuses. Your campus
DS Counselor can provide a list and description of technologies found on all
campuses, and assist you in using these technologies.Back
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I am sure I must have a
learning disability. Can I get tested?
Learning Disabilities Services provide evaluation to students who are enrolled
and qualify for evaluation. You may also decide to see a community resource
for evaluation. See your campus DS Counselor for a complete in-take and/or
referral.Back to Top
Do I have to meet Ability
to Benefit if I have a disability?
Student placement tests may constitute official documentation of your ability
to benefit from instruction at TCC. This documentation will be required if
you do not have a high school diploma or GED, and is needed if you apply for
financial aid. See your DS Counselor if there is a question about meeting
ability to benefit.Back to Top
I need transportation to
get to school. Will TCC provide rides?
TCC does not provide transportation for students. Public transportation
and HandiRide are available to the campuses from designated areas. For information
and eligibility, contact Hampton Road Transit at 222-6000 or http://www.hrtransit.org/.
Visit your campus Business Office for parking information.Back
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Tidewater Community College
respects the following guidelines:
